For adventurous couples, Valentine’s Day is not necessarily about chocolate, roses and long, fancy dinners. It’s an excuse to head out to hit the fresh powder, see a new part of the world or try your new Christmas swag at rock walls, surf spots or trails around the country. And with the long weekend tacked onto this year’s celebration, you've got another great excuse to go explore.

Don’t worry if you haven’t devised the perfect plan yet. It may be too late to book that surprise scuba vacation to Belize, but we have a few suggestions from around the country that will appeal to thrill-seeking couples.